18 Sanitation Specialist jobs in the Philippines

Job Summary

Hygiene and Sanitation Specialist provides guidance on hygiene and sanitation standards across food manufacturing sites, ensuring compliance with regulatory and internal protocols. This role oversees the cleanliness of all areas within the manufacturing facility, collaborating with various teams to recommend improvements that ensure optimal hygiene and sanitation practices for safe food production.

Job Description

• Monitor and Maintain Hygiene and Sanitation Standards
• Collaborate with Cross-Functional to enhance hygiene practices
• Ensure compliance with cleaning and sanitation programs
• Provide guidance on hygiene and sanitation best practices
• Track and report on hygiene and sanitation performance
• Develop and implement hygiene and sanitation training programs
• Oversee the integration of hygiene and sanitation with other operational systems

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Microbiology
• With 3 years direct experience in overseeing and implementing sanitation protocols across manufacturing sites, ensuring that cleaning and hygiene procedures are followed in line with regulatory and internal standards
• Knowledgeable with hygiene and sanitation
• Attention to detail and collaboration skills
• Continuous improvement

Company: Oleo-Fats Inc.

Job Summary:

The Hygiene and Sanitation Specialist provides guidance on hygiene and sanitation standards across food manufacturing sites, ensuring compliance with regulatory and internal protocols. This role oversees cleanliness of all areas within the manufacturing facility, collaborating with various teams to recommend improvements that ensure optimal hygiene and sanitation practices for safe food production.

·    Ensure hygiene and sanitation standards are met across the entire food manufacturing site, including equipment, facilities, and personnel practices.

·    Perform routine checks to confirm compliance with cleaning and sanitation protocols, addressing deficiencies as needed.

·    Work closely with various teams to recommend improvements for optimal hygiene and sanitation practices.

·    Participate in the development and implementation of new systems or processes aimed at enhancing hygiene.

·    Oversee the implementation and adherence to cleaning and sanitation programs throughout the facility, evaluating effectiveness and recommending changes.

·    Advise teams on best practices for hygiene and sanitation in food manufacturing.

·    Develop and update Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to ensure compliance with industry standards and internal protocols.

·    Monitor the performance of hygiene and sanitation programs, tracking trends and identifying areas for improvement.

·    Prepare regular reports on hygiene performance for senior management.

·    Develop and update training materials and programs to ensure staff are properly trained on hygiene and sanitation standards.

·    Ensure hygiene and sanitation is properly integrated with other operational systems (e.g., production lines).

·    Conduct comprehensive audits, maintain detailed records of inspections and corrective actions, and collaborate for continuous improvement.

·    Educational Background: Graduate of a Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Microbiology, or any related fields.

·    Work Experience:

o   At least three (3) years of experience in hygiene, sanitation, or quality assurance roles, preferably in a food manufacturing environment.

o   Direct experience in overseeing and implementing sanitation protocols across manufacturing sites.

·    Familiarity with regulations governing sanitation and hygiene in food manufacturing, such as the Food Safety Act of 2013.

·    Working knowledge of quality and food safety management systems, such as HACCP, ISO 9001, and ISO 22000.

·    Experience in conducting hygiene audits and ensuring compliance with food safety and sanitation standards.

·    Advanced experience in the Food Manufacturing and Food Safety industry is a strong advantage.

·    Skills & Competencies: Hygiene and Sanitation Knowledge, Collaboration Skills, Attention to Detail, Problem-Solving, Continuous Improvement.

Company Description

The Philippine Red Cross is a non-profit, donor-funded, volunteer, humanitarian organization. Our mantra is Volunteers + Logistics + Information Technology = A Red Cross that is Always First, Always Ready, Always There. The National Headquarters of the organization are located at 37 EDSA corner Boni Avenue, Mandaluyong City. We operate a nationwide hotline, 143, and provide a range of humanitarian services.

Role Description

This is a full-time on-site role for a Public Health Reporting Officer located in Mandaluyong. The Public Health Reporting Officer will be responsible for collecting, analyzing, and reporting data on public health trends and Red Cross accomplishments and activities. Daily tasks include creating detailed reports, coordinating with PRC chapters, promoting health initiatives, and collaborating with environmental and medical professionals to support public health planning and response efforts.

Qualifications

• Environmental Health and Medicine knowledge
• Expertise in Community Health and Health Promotion
• Strong Analytical Skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Experience in public health reporting is a plus
• Bachelor's degree in Public Health, Environmental Health, Nursing or related field

Company Description

The Philippine Red Cross is a non-profit, donor-funded, volunteer humanitarian organization. Our mantra is Volunteers + Logistics + Information Technology = A Red Cross that is Always First, Always Ready, Always There. National Headquarters is located at 37 EDSA corner Boni Avenue, Mandaluyong City. Join us to make a meaningful difference in people's lives through volunteer service and responsive humanitarian actions.

Role Description

This is a full-time, on-site role for a Public Health Response Officer based in Mandaluyong. The Public Health Response Officer will be responsible for planning, implementing, and evaluating public health initiatives. Daily tasks include coordinating with stakeholders, conducting health assessments, promoting health initiatives, and responding to public health emergencies. The role involves working closely with communities to enhance their health outcomes and ensure effective public health responses.

Qualifications

• Expertise in Environmental Health, Medicine, and Community Health
• Skills in Health Promotion and Public Health Education
• Strong Analytical Skills for assessing health data and identifying trends
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team and with various stakeholders
• Experience in emergency response or humanitarian work is a plus
• Bachelor's degree in Public Health, Medicine, Environmental Health, or related field

About the role

This is a fantastic opportunity to join Goldenstars Packaging Resources Co., Inc. as a Food Sanitation and Hygiene Specialist. In this full-time role, you will be part for the efficient and effective management of the company in Quezon City, Metro Manila. You will play a vital role in ensuring the smooth flow contributing to the overall success of the organization.

What you'll be doing:

• Monitor and maintain hygiene and sanitation standards
• Collaborate with other related department to enhance hygiene practices
• Ensure compliance with cleaning and sanitation programs
• Monitor best practice of hygiene and sanitation
• Conduct daily and monthly monitoring of hygiene and sanitation

Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science in Food Technology or any relation course
• With at least 1-2 years of experience on related fields of QA
• Knowledgeable in CGMP requirement including hygiene and sanitation
• Knowledgeable in basic microsoft office such as excel, word and ppt)
• Attention to details and collaborations skills

OBJECTIVES OF THE PROGRAMME

The main objective of the current programme is to support the Department of Health at various levels in the design, planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of priority interventions for infectious disease surveillance and control including those priorities of the IHR. It will support establishing partnerships with other sectors and promoting greater coordination within the health sector and among the various stakeholders. The aim is also to strengthen capacity for monitoring the effects of these interventions on the poor and for people living in remote areas of the country including the ethnic minorities.

Description Of Duties
The incumbent will perform all or part of the following, and other related responsibilities as required by the needs of the office.

• Work under the direct supervision of the respective (Sr) Public Health Officer and/or the head of the WHO country office.
• Support the efficient and effective management, as well as coordination of expertise, to provide technical advice on the development of sustainable, multi-sectoral, and integrated national strategies, policies, interventions, and plans for improvements in health systems and capacity building in the area of Tuberculosis and related communicable and noncommunicable (C-NCD) diseases control.
• Support the development of action plans for the inclusion of TB and related diseases prevention and control interventions across the life course and continuum of care.
• Coordinate the adoption of norms, standards, guidelines and tools to support the implementation of TB and related disease control projects.
• Facilitate the implementation of projects for the control of the respective diseases, including the procurement of safe, efficacious and affordable medicines and technologies.
• Monitor the national burden of TB and related communicable and noncommunicable diseases or factors, especially through health information systems and health research activities. Coordinate the development or enhancement of existing information systems on communicable and noncommunicable diseases and the monitoring of progress towards Universal Health Coverage (UHC).
• Leverage knowledge of local systems and cultural norms to: serve as technical communication focal point with the public on TB in the country; and establish new community outreach activities concerning the prevention, control, diagnosis, and treatment of TB and related communicable and noncommunicable diseases.
• Support advocacy and building and strengthening partnerships and networks to enhance multi-sectoral collaboration to address integrated, TB and related communicable and noncommunicable disease prevention and control. and contribute to resource mobilization for the work programme.

Guide the documenting and dissemination of best practices and partners' experiences.

Required Qualifications
Education

Essential
: A university degree (bachelor's) in medicine (preferably),public health, epidemiology or other similar discipline.

Desirable
: Training or specialization in TB or other related communicable diseases and noncommunicable diseases.

WHO only considers higher educational qualifications obtained from an institution accredited/recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED), a list updated by the International Association of Universities (IAU)/United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). The list can be accessed through the link: .

Experience
Enhanced WHO Global Competency Model:
who-enhanced-
Essential
: A minimum of 2 years relevant work experience in TB programs or related communicable diseases, focusing on disease investigation, surveillance, and control, including experience implementing strategies and action plans for capacity building and disease prevention programmes.

Desirable

• Demonstrated professional experience providing technical services to national counterparts, Ministries of Health, and other partners on communicable disease related issues.
• Relevant work experience, with WHO and/or United Nations agencies, health cluster partners, non-governmental or humanitarian organizations.

Skills

• Transmissions, specialized methods of diagnosis, development, and treatment of communicable diseases, including TB infection and other communicable and noncommunicable diseases.
• Technical and programmatic knowledge of the prevention and control of a range of communicable and/or noncommunicable diseases.
• Expertise to strategically plan, coordinate, and support the implementation of health programme interventions.
• Disease prevention and control.
• District hospital care, universal health coverage, in-service and pre-service training, essential noncommunicable disease drugs, primary health care delivery systems.
• Knowledge of country situation in TB and related communicable and noncommunicable diseases.
• Best practices of international organizations' in the related disease control areas, primarily WHO's policies, practices, guidelines and procedures, and ability to apply them in the country office setting.
• Health and safety regulations.
• Excellent analytical and organizational skills.
• Skills in developing and promoting collaborative multi-sectoral partnerships and mobilizing resources.
• Ability to provide clear advice and guidance to multiple stakeholders and partners.

WHO Competencies
Teamwork

Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences

Communication

Producing results

Building and promoting partnerships across the Organization and beyond

Creating an empowering and motivating environment

Use of Language Skills

Essential
: Expert knowledge of English.

REMUNERATION

Remuneration comprises an annual base salary starting at PHP 1,827,954 (subject to mandatory deductions for pension contributions and health insurance, as applicable) and 30 days of annual leave.

Additional Information

• This vacancy notice may be used to fill other similar positions at the same grade level
• Only candidates under serious consideration will be contacted.
• A written test and/or an asynchronous video assessment may be used as a form of screening.
• In the event that your candidature is retained for an interview, you will be required to provide, in advance, a scanned copy of the degree(s)/diploma(s)/certificate(s) required for this position. WHO only considers higher educational qualifications obtained from an institution accredited/recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED), a list updated by the International Association of Universities (IAU)/United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). The list can be accessed through the link: Some professional certificates may not appear in the WHED and will require individual review.
• According to article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. Due regard will be paid to the importance of recruiting the staff on as wide a geographical basis as possible.
• Any appointment/extension of appointment is subject to WHO Staff Regulations, Staff Rules and Manual.
• The Director-General retains the discretion to not make any appointment to this vacancy, to make an appointment at a lower grade, or to make an appointment with a modified job description, including shortening the duration of the appointment.
• WHO is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. WHO recruits and employs staff regardless of disability status, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, language, race, marital status, religious, cultural, ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds, or any other personal characteristics.
• WHO is committed to achieving gender parity and geographical diversity in its staff. Women, persons with disabilities, and nationals of unrepresented and underrepresented Member States ) are strongly encouraged to apply.
• Persons with disabilities may request reasonable accommodations (modifications or adjustments to the application or recruitment process) to support their participation in the application and recruitment process. Please send an email to with your full name, the vacancy number you are applying for, and specific details of the accommodation needed in your request.
• An impeccable record for integrity and professional ethical standards is essential. WHO prides itself on a workforce that adheres to the highest ethical and professional standards and that is committed to put the WHO Values Charter into practice.
• WHO has zero tolerance towards sexual exploitation and abuse (SEA), sexual harassment and other types of abusive conduct (i.e., discrimination, abuse of authority and harassment). All members of the WHO workforce have a role to play in promoting a safe and respectful workplace and should report to WHO any actual or suspected cases of SEA, sexual harassment and other types of abusive conduct. To ensure that individuals with a substantiated history of SEA, sexual harassment or other types of abusive conduct are not hired by the Organization, WHO will conduct a background verification of final candidates.
• WHO has a smoke-free environment and does not recruit smokers or users of any form of tobacco.
• For information on WHO's operations please visit:
• WHO also offers wide range of benefits to staff, including parental leave and attractive flexible work arrangements to help promote a healthy work-life balance and to allow all staff members to express and develop their talents fully.
• The statutory retirement age for staff appointments is 65 years. For external applicants, only those who are expected to complete the term of appointment will normally be considered.
• Please note that WHO's contracts are conditional on members of the workforce confirming that they are vaccinated as required by WHO before undertaking a WHO assignment, except where a medical condition does not allow such vaccination, as certified by the WHO Staff Health and Wellbeing Services (SHW). The successful candidate will be asked to provide relevant evidence related to this condition. A copy of the updated vaccination card must be shared with WHO medical service in the medical clearance process. Please note that certain countries require proof of specific vaccinations for entry or exit. For example, official proof /certification of yellow fever vaccination is required to enter many countries. Country-specific vaccine recommendations can be found on the WHO international travel and Staff Health and Wellbeing website. For vaccination-related queries please directly contact SHW directly at
• This is a National Professional Officer position. Therefore, only applications from nationals of the country where the duty station is located will be accepted. Applicants who are not nationals of this country will not be considered.
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Grade
NO-B

Contractual Arrangement
Fixed-term appointment

Contract Duration (Years, Months, Days)
12 months

Job Posting
Oct 7, 2025, 3:03:37 AM

Closing Date
Oct 21, 2025, 4:59:00 PM

Primary Location
Philippines-Manila

Organization
WP_PHL Philippines

Schedule
Full-time

IMPORTANT NOTICE:
Please note that the deadline for receipt of applications indicated above reflects your personal device's system settings.

Grade: NO-B

Contractual Arrangement: Fixed-term appointment

Contract Duration (Years, Months, Days): 12 months

: Oct 7, 2025, 8:03:37 AM

: Oct 21, 2025, 9:59:00 PM

: Philippines-Manila

: WP_PHL Philippines

: Full-time

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Please note that the deadline for receipt of applications indicated above reflects your personal device's system settings.

OBJECTIVES OF THE PROGRAMME

The main objective of the current programme is to support the Department of Health at various levels in the design, planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of priority interventions for infectious disease surveillance and control including those priorities of the IHR. It will support establishing partnerships with other sectors and promoting greater coordination within the health sector and among the various stakeholders. The aim is also to strengthen capacity for monitoring the effects of these interventions on the poor and for people living in remote areas of the country including the ethnic minorities.

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES

The incumbent will perform all or part of the following, and other related responsibilities as required by the needs of the office.

• Work under the direct supervision of the respective (Sr) Public Health Officer and/or the head of the WHO country office.
• Support the efficient and effective management, as well as coordination of expertise, to provide technical advice on the development of sustainable, multi-sectoral, and integrated national strategies, policies, interventions, and plans for improvements in health systems and capacity building in the area of Tuberculosis and related communicable and noncommunicable (C-NCD) diseases control.
• Support the development of action plans for the inclusion of TB and related diseases prevention and control interventions across the life course and continuum of care.
• Coordinate the adoption of norms, standards, guidelines and tools to support the implementation of TB and related disease control projects.
• Facilitate the implementation of projects for the control of the respective diseases, including the procurement of safe, efficacious and affordable medicines and technologies.
• Monitor the national burden of TB and related communicable and noncommunicable diseases or factors, especially through health information systems and health research activities. Coordinate the development or enhancement of existing information systems on communicable and noncommunicable diseases and the monitoring of progress towards Universal Health Coverage (UHC).
• Leverage knowledge of local systems and cultural norms to: serve as technical communication focal point with the public on TB in the country; and establish new community outreach activities concerning the prevention, control, diagnosis, and treatment of TB and related communicable and noncommunicable diseases.
• Support advocacy and  building and strengthening partnerships and networks to enhance multi-sectoral collaboration to address integrated, TB and related communicable and noncommunicable disease prevention and control. and contribute to resource mobilization for the work programme.

Guide the documenting and dissemination of best practices and partners' experiences.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education

Essential: A university degree (bachelor's) in medicine (preferably),public health, epidemiology or other similar discipline.

Desirable: Training or specialization in TB or other related communicable diseases and noncommunicable diseases.

WHO only considers higher educational qualifications obtained from an institution accredited/recognized in the World  Higher Education Database (WHED), a list updated by the International Association of Universities (IAU)/United  Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). The list can be accessed through the link: . 

Experience

Essential: A minimum of 2 years relevant work experience in TB programs or  related communicable diseases, focusing on disease investigation, surveillance, and control, including experience implementing strategies and action plans for capacity building and disease prevention programmes.

Desirable:

• Demonstrated professional experience providing technical services to national counterparts, Ministries of Health, and other partners on communicable disease related issues.
• Relevant work experience, with WHO and/or United Nations agencies, health cluster partners, non-governmental or humanitarian organizations.

Skills

• Transmissions, specialized methods of diagnosis, development, and treatment of communicable diseases, including TB infection and other communicable and noncommunicable diseases.
• Technical and programmatic knowledge of the prevention and control of a range of communicable and/or noncommunicable diseases.
• Expertise to strategically plan, coordinate, and support the implementation of health programme interventions.
• Disease prevention and control.
• District hospital care, universal health coverage, in-service and pre-service training, essential noncommunicable disease drugs, primary health care delivery systems.
• Knowledge of country situation in TB and related communicable and noncommunicable diseases.
• Best practices of international organizations' in the related disease control areas, primarily WHO's policies, practices, guidelines and procedures, and ability to apply them in the country office setting.
• Health and safety regulations.
• Excellent analytical and organizational skills.
• Skills in developing and promoting collaborative multi-sectoral partnerships and mobilizing resources.
• Ability to provide clear advice and guidance to multiple stakeholders and partners.

WHO Competencies

Teamwork

Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences

Communication

Producing results

Building and promoting partnerships across the Organization and beyond 

Creating an empowering and motivating environment 

Use of Language Skills

Essential: Expert knowledge of English.

REMUNERATION

Remuneration comprises an annual base salary starting at PHP 1,827,954 (subject to mandatory deductions for pension contributions and health insurance, as applicable) and 30 days of annual leave.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• This vacancy notice may be used to fill other similar positions at the same grade level

• Only candidates under serious consideration will be contacted.

• A written test and/or an asynchronous video assessment may be used as a form of screening.

• In the event that your candidature is retained for an interview, you will be required to provide, in advance, a scanned copy of the degree(s)/diploma(s)/certificate(s) required for this position. WHO only considers higher educational qualifications obtained from an institution accredited/recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED), a list updated by the International Association of Universities (IAU)/United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). The list can be accessed through the link: Some professional certificates may not appear in the WHED and will require individual review.

• According to article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. Due regard will be paid to the importance of recruiting the staff on as wide a geographical basis as possible.

• Any appointment/extension of appointment is subject to WHO Staff Regulations, Staff Rules and Manual.

• The Director-General retains the discretion to not make any appointment to this vacancy, to make an appointment at a lower grade, or to make an appointment with a modified job description, including shortening the duration of the appointment.

• WHO is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. WHO recruits and employs staff regardless of disability status, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, language, race, marital status, religious, cultural, ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds, or any other personal characteristics.

• Persons with disabilities may request reasonable accommodations (modifications or adjustments to the application or recruitment process) to support their participation in the application and recruitment process. Please send an email to with your full name, the vacancy number you are applying for, and specific details of the accommodation needed in your request.

• An impeccable record for integrity and professional ethical standards is essential. WHO prides itself on a workforce that adheres to the highest ethical and professional standards and that is committed to put the WHO Values Charter into practice.

• WHO has zero tolerance towards sexual exploitation and abuse (SEA), sexual harassment and other types of abusive conduct (i.e., discrimination, abuse of authority and harassment). All members of the WHO workforce have a role to play in promoting a safe and respectful workplace and should report to WHO any actual or suspected cases of SEA, sexual harassment and other types of abusive conduct. To ensure that individuals with a substantiated history of SEA, sexual harassment or other types of abusive conduct are not hired by the Organization, WHO will conduct a background verification of final candidates.

• WHO has a smoke-free environment and does not recruit smokers or users of any form of tobacco.

• WHO also offers wide range of benefits to staff, including parental leave and attractive flexible work arrangements to help promote a healthy work-life balance and to allow all staff members to express and develop their talents fully.

• The statutory retirement age for staff appointments is 65 years. For external applicants, only those who are expected to complete the term of appointment will normally be considered.

• Please note that WHO's contracts are conditional on members of the workforce confirming that they are vaccinated as required by WHO before undertaking a WHO assignment, except where a medical condition does not allow such vaccination, as certified by the WHO Staff Health and Wellbeing Services (SHW). The successful candidate will be asked to provide relevant evidence related to this condition. A copy of the updated vaccination card must be shared with WHO medical service in the medical clearance process. Please note that certain countries require proof of specific vaccinations for entry or exit. For example, official proof /certification of yellow fever vaccination is required to enter many countries. Country-specific vaccine recommendations can be found on the WHO international travel and Staff Health and Wellbeing website. For vaccination-related queries please directly contact SHW directly at

• This is a National Professional Officer position. Therefore, only applications from nationals of the country where the duty station is located will be accepted. Applicants who are not nationals of this country will not be considered.

• In case the website does not display properly, please retry by: (i) checking that you have the latest version of the browser installed (Chrome, Edge or Firefox); (ii) clearing your browser history and opening the site in a new browser (not a new tab within the same browser); or (iii) retry accessing the website using Mozilla Firefox browser or using another device. Click this link for detailed guidance on completing job applications: Instructions for candidates

Grade: NO-B

Contractual Arrangement: Fixed-term appointment

Contract Duration (Years, Months, Days): 12 months

: Oct 7, 2025, 8:20:52 AM

: Oct 21, 2025, 9:59:00 PM

: Philippines-Manila

: WP_PHL Philippines

: Full-time

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Please note that the deadline for receipt of applications indicated above reflects your personal device's system settings.

OBJECTIVES OF THE PROGRAMME

In line with the Philippine National AIDS Council (PNAC) and Department of Health (DOH) eight-point action agenda on HIV/AIDS, mainly: a. Increase HIV information and education communication; b. Increase Testing; c. Increase Treatment; d. Increase number of virally suppressed; e. Ensure availability of primary HIV commodities and access to quality HIV services; f. Capacitating the People Living with HIV (PLHIV); g. Strengthen collaboration with CSOs, PLHIVs, and the Private Sector; and h. Use of Innovative Technology. The WHO Technical Officer will provide technical assistance in the above-named areas.

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES

The incumbent will perform all or part of the following, and other related responsibilities as required by the needs of the office.

• Facilitate the implementation of projects for the control of the respective diseases, including the procurement of safe, efficacious, and affordable medicines and technologies.
• Technically support:
• the documenting and dissemination of best practices and partners' experiences
• the analysis and evaluation of a diverse range of data and information related to HIV, STI and viral Hepatitis (HSI) among other communicable diseases and outbreaks
• the identification of disease sources and provision of recommendations and reports on the appropriate response to identified risks, as well as the implementation of preventative and control measures
• the monitoring of the national burden of HIV, STI and viral Hepatitis (HSI) among other communicable diseases or factors, especially through health information systems and health research activities
• the coordination of the development or enhancement of information systems on HIV, STI and viral Hepatitis (HSI) among other communicable diseases and the monitoring of progress towards Universal Health Coverage (UHC).
• Support the efficient and effective management, as well as coordination of expertise, to provide technical advice on the development of sustainable, multi-sectoral, and integrated national strategies, policies, interventions, and plans for improvements in health systems and capacity building in the area of HIV, STI and viral Hepatitis (HSI) among other communicable diseases (CD) control.
• Support the development of action plans for the inclusion of disease prevention and control interventions across the life course and continuum of care.
• Coordinate the adoption of norms, standards, guidelines and tools to support the implementation of disease control projects.
• Support the management of operational aspects of related operational research, surveillance, epidemiology, and health surveys.
• Leverage knowledge of local systems and cultural norms to serve as technical communication focal point with the public on communicable diseases in the country and propose new community outreach activities concerning the prevention, control, diagnosis, and treatment of HIV, STI and viral Hepatitis (HSI) among other communicable diseases.
• Support advocacy and building and strengthening of partnerships and networks to enhance multi-sectoral collaboration and mobilize resources to address integrated HIV, STI and viral Hepatitis (HSI) with other communicable and noncommunicable disease prevention and control.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education

Essential: A bachelor's in public health, epidemiology, or another medical field.

Desirable: Training or specialization in HIV, STI and viral Hepatitis (HSI) among other communicable diseases.

WHO only considers higher educational qualifications obtained from an institution accredited/recognized in the World  Higher Education Database (WHED), a list updated by the International Association of Universities (IAU)/United  Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). The list can be accessed through the link: .

Experience

Essential: A minimum of two years relevant work experience in communicable disease control programs at national level including experience in the areas of HIV, STI and viral Hepatitis (HSI). 

Desirable:

• Professional experience providing technical or programme services to national counterparts, Ministries of Health, and other partners on communicable disease related issues.
• Relevant work experience, with WHO and/or UN agencies, health cluster partners, non-governmental or humanitarian organizations.
• Some of the above-listed experience to have been obtained in an international context.

Skills

• Transmissions, methods of diagnosis, development, and treatment of HIV, STI and viral Hepatitis (HSI) among other related communicable diseases.
• Prevention and control of HIV, STI and viral Hepatitis (HSI) among other communicable diseases.
• District hospital care, universal health coverage, in-service and pre-service training, essential noncommunicable disease drugs, primary health care delivery systems.
• Best practices of international organizations' in the related disease control areas.
• Knowledge to support the planning, coordination, and implementation of health programme interventions.
• Health and safety regulations.
• Analytical and organizational skills.
• Skills for engaging in collaborative multi-sectoral partnerships and with stakeholders and partners.

WHO Competencies

Teamwork

Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences

Communication

Producing results

Building and promoting partnerships across the Organization and beyond 

Creating an empowering and motivating environment 

Use of Language Skills

Essential: Expert knowledge of English.

REMUNERATION

Remuneration comprises an annual base salary starting at PHP 1,827,954 (subject to mandatory deductions for pension contributions and health insurance, as applicable) and 30 days of annual leave.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• This vacancy notice may be used to fill other similar positions at the same grade level

• Only candidates under serious consideration will be contacted.

• A written test and/or an asynchronous video assessment may be used as a form of screening.

• In the event that your candidature is retained for an interview, you will be required to provide, in advance, a scanned copy of the degree(s)/diploma(s)/certificate(s) required for this position. WHO only considers higher educational qualifications obtained from an institution accredited/recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED), a list updated by the International Association of Universities (IAU)/United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). The list can be accessed through the link: Some professional certificates may not appear in the WHED and will require individual review.

• According to article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. Due regard will be paid to the importance of recruiting the staff on as wide a geographical basis as possible.

• Any appointment/extension of appointment is subject to WHO Staff Regulations, Staff Rules and Manual.

• The Director-General retains the discretion to not make any appointment to this vacancy, to make an appointment at a lower grade, or to make an appointment with a modified job description, including shortening the duration of the appointment.

• WHO is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. WHO recruits and employs staff regardless of disability status, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, language, race, marital status, religious, cultural, ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds, or any other personal characteristics.

• Persons with disabilities may request reasonable accommodations (modifications or adjustments to the application or recruitment process) to support their participation in the application and recruitment process. Please send an email to with your full name, the vacancy number you are applying for, and specific details of the accommodation needed in your request.

• An impeccable record for integrity and professional ethical standards is essential. WHO prides itself on a workforce that adheres to the highest ethical and professional standards and that is committed to put the WHO Values Charter into practice.

• WHO has zero tolerance towards sexual exploitation and abuse (SEA), sexual harassment and other types of abusive conduct (i.e., discrimination, abuse of authority and harassment). All members of the WHO workforce have a role to play in promoting a safe and respectful workplace and should report to WHO any actual or suspected cases of SEA, sexual harassment and other types of abusive conduct. To ensure that individuals with a substantiated history of SEA, sexual harassment or other types of abusive conduct are not hired by the Organization, WHO will conduct a background verification of final candidates.

• WHO has a smoke-free environment and does not recruit smokers or users of any form of tobacco.

• WHO also offers wide range of benefits to staff, including parental leave and attractive flexible work arrangements to help promote a healthy work-life balance and to allow all staff members to express and develop their talents fully.

• The statutory retirement age for staff appointments is 65 years. For external applicants, only those who are expected to complete the term of appointment will normally be considered.

• Please note that WHO's contracts are conditional on members of the workforce confirming that they are vaccinated as required by WHO before undertaking a WHO assignment, except where a medical condition does not allow such vaccination, as certified by the WHO Staff Health and Wellbeing Services (SHW). The successful candidate will be asked to provide relevant evidence related to this condition. A copy of the updated vaccination card must be shared with WHO medical service in the medical clearance process. Please note that certain countries require proof of specific vaccinations for entry or exit. For example, official proof /certification of yellow fever vaccination is required to enter many countries. Country-specific vaccine recommendations can be found on the WHO international travel and Staff Health and Wellbeing website. For vaccination-related queries please directly contact SHW directly at

• This is a National Professional Officer position. Therefore, only applications from nationals of the country where the duty station is located will be accepted. Applicants who are not nationals of this country will not be considered.

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Before you apply

This job is only open to employees of the HSE, TUSLA, Section 38 agencies, or statutory health agencies per WRC Agreement

Reference

NRS14988

Category

Management/Admin/ICT

Grade

Grade VII 0582

Advertisement source

HSE

Advertisement Type

Internal

Important Information

This job is in the HSE.

HSE Team

National services and schemes

County

• All
• Dublin

Location

There is currently one permanent and whole-time vacancy available in the

National Screening Service, King's Inns House, 200 Parnell Street, Dublin 1. D01 A3Y8.

A panel may be formed as a result of this campaign for
Senior Public Health Officer (Grade VII) within the National Screening Service
from which current and future, permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full or part-time duration may be filled.

Recruiter

National

Contract type

• Permanent Part-time
• Permanent Wholetime
• Specified Purpose Part-time
• Specified Purpose Wholetime

Post specific related information

Please ensure you download, save and read the Job Specification, Additional Campaign Information as well the Application Form. All of these documents are located at the bottom of this advertisement. We strongly recommend that you read the Job Specification before completing your application form. Full details on this campaign plus the answers to many queries such as: "Am I eligible to apply?" "Where are the posts", "If I apply what happens next?" are available in the document Additional Campaign Information NRS14988 for this recruitment campaign. We strongly recommend that you read the information in this document carefully before making an application. Take time to read through the various sections, which take you through the process from beginning to end.

Closing date

06/10/ :00:00

Proposed interview date

Interview dates will be agreed at a later date. Candidates will normally be given at least two weeks' notice of interview. The timescale may be reduced in exceptional circumstances.

Application details

, using the subject line NRS14988 Senior Public Health Officer (Grade VII) Please note that you must submit your application form via email only. Email applications will receive a response within 2 working days, which will let you know that we received your email. If you have not received an email response within 5 working days, we highly recommend that you contact the NRS via email to to verify that your email has been received.

Informal enquiries

Caroline Mason Mohan, Director of Public Health, National Screening Service email:

Related files

NRS14988 Job Specification

DOC, 175KB

NRS14988 Application Form

DOC, 51KB

NRS14988 Additional Campaign Information

DOC, 75KB